In 1880, Bommer Industries, Inc. became the first recognized company to manufacture double-action spring hinges. The company grew as one of the world's largest hinge manufacturers, with product lines that include butt hinges, single-action spring hinges, specialty door and gate pivots, geared hinges and other door hardware. 

Swinging Café Doors is proud to partner with Bommer and offer its high-quality hinges to our customers. Our team has extensive knowledge of Bommer hardware and can help you choose the perfect product for your residential or commercial application.

Bommer Hinge Hardware for Swinging Doors

Bommer hinges contain premium-grade ball bearings encased within the hinge leaves. These ball bearings enable a door to rotate consistently and smoothly, reducing wear and tear on the entire system. They are also durable enough to support the heaviest loads, perfect for commercial and industrial applications where doors and gates must withstand frequent traffic and weighty loads.

Bommer offers double-swing door hinges in lengths ranging from 3 to 8 inches and styles that include classic ball tip and standard barrel designs. Mortise or non-mortise designs are also available for pivot systems. Many Bommer hinge designs contain superior-quality steel or aluminum with chrome, zinc or stainless steel coatings that deliver additional protection against wear and tear.

Several examples of the Bommer hardware we offer include:

  • Butt hinges
  • Single-action spring hinges
  • Double-action spring hinges
  • Specialized pivot hinges
Bommer Double Action Spring Hinge

Advantages of Choosing Bommer Heavy-Duty Double-Action Hinges for Your Doors

When you choose Bommer hinges for your swinging doors, you receive a brand that has been one of the most recognized names in the industry for over a century. Few dealers and manufacturers have the knowledge and expertise for Bommer hinges as Swinging Café Doors. We also offer one of the market's most comprehensive hinge selections from the Bommer brand, allowing you to choose the most practical, efficient and durable product for your requirements.

Many Bommer hinge styles include a one-year limited warranty. 

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Please browse our extensive inventory of Bommer hinges and order your products today for the fastest delivery. If you need help choosing the correct hardware for your specific application, call us at 855-343-4903.

The Best Alternatives to Top Popular Bommer Spring Hinges

Bommer Hinges and the Best Alternative to Bommer Hinges

Bommer spring hinges are a type of door hinge manufactured by Bommer Industries. Bommer is a well-known brand that produces a wide range of high-quality hinges for various applications. Bommer spring hinges are specifically designed to provide automatic door closing functionality through the use of built-in springs.

Key Features & Characteristics of Bommer Spring Hinges:

  1. Spring mechanism: Bommer spring hinges utilize a spring mechanism that provides the closing force to automatically close the door after it has been opened. The springs are typically tension-adjustable to control the closing speed and force.
  2. Single or double action: Bommer offers both single action and double action spring hinges. Single action hinges allow the door to close in one direction, while double action hinges enable the door to swing open and close in both directions.
  3. Material and finish options: Bommer spring hinges are often made from durable materials such as steel or stainless steel, ensuring strength and longevity. They may be available in different finishes, including satin nickel, polished chrome, brass, or other options, allowing you to choose the one that matches your door or decor.
  4. Size and weight capacity: Bommer spring hinges come in various sizes and weight capacities to accommodate different door sizes and weights. Selecting the appropriate hinge size and weight rating is important to ensure proper functioning and longevity.
  5. Versatility: Bommer spring hinges are suitable for a wide range of applications, including residential, commercial, and industrial settings. They can be used on interior or exterior doors, fire-rated doors, self-closing gates, and other applications where automatic door closing is desired.

When installing Bommer spring hinges, following the manufacturer's instructions and guidelines for proper installation is crucial. This ensures optimal performance and safety. If you have specific questions or need assistance with Bommer spring hinges, it is advisable to consult the manufacturer's documentation or reach out to a hardware professional for guidance.

Bommer 7800 Series Hinge

Bommer 7800 Series Hinge

The horizontal spring pivot hinge is a double action hinge that is best suited for full length or tall swinging doors. The hinges are recessed into the bottom of the door and there is a small pivot recessed into the header of the jamb (can also be mounted to the jamb with 7818).  Bommer had a HD series of this hardware that would hold a door up to 150 lbs, there is currently no alternative to the hinge 7812HD and 7811HD. We currently we have alternative to Bommer 7811 and 7812, as well as some Bommer hinge still in stock.  We do still have in stock an alternative to the Bommer 7818 (top and bottom mounts to the jamb) and Bommer 7814 and 7813 (non-hold open).

7811 Bommer & Alternative Brand

7812 Bommer & Alternative Brand 

Non-Hold Open Option Floor Mount

Non-Hold Open Option Jamb Mount

Bommer Specialty Hinges 7122,7112, 7022, 7012

Alternative Bommer 7012

Bommer Speciality Hinges

These specialty hinges were well know to woodworker, millwork, and many other companies. These high quality hinges offer a double action feature with a pivot hinge, adjustable tension, and quiet operation. Swinging Cafe Doors offer a non-adjustable spring pivot hinge, similar to the Bommer 7112.  This non-adjustable spring pivot is a direct replacement for the Bommer 7112 hinge.  no direct alternative to this hinge, you can use a double action spring hinges (some noise) or a Bommer 7512 or 7514.  
 
Double Action Spring Hinges
 
7512 | 7514

Bommer 3029 Series

Bommer 3029 Series

We offer a wide variety of double action spring hinges.  We currently have 3", 4", 5", and 6" double action spring hinges. We have an alternative to the 8" Bommer 3029.  In the coming months we will have a 7-12" double action spring hinge, this will be a great alternative to the 7" and 8" Bommer 3029 hinge. 

3", 4", 5",6" Double Action Spring Hinge

Alternative to 7" and 8" Hinges

Bommer 1515 and 1514

Bommer 1515

We do offer a 2" spring hinge. There is no hold open feature on this hinge, but size is very similar. 

2" Double Action Spring Hinge

Bommer Speciality Hinges 7512 and 7514

Bommer Gravity Pivot Hinge

Bommer 7512 and 7514 are a pivot style gravity hinge. This gravity hinge is available for sale in satin chrome, oil rubbed bronze, bright black and satin brass.

Bommer and Swinging Cafe Doors 7512

Bommer and Swinging Cafe Doors 7514

Swinging Cafe Doors 

At Swinging Cafe Doors, we are proud to offer Bommer products. We will continue to work with manufacturers to bring the best double action hinges to the market. We will continue to offer Bommer hinges until our stock is diminished. Please call us at 1-855-343-6677 for additional information on our stock hinges, and the best alternative for your individual solution. 

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